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Nuclear & particle physics
Of or realting to the field of physics that involves the properties and interactions of atomic nuclei.
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Nuclear & particle physics
Nuclear reaction
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A process that brings about a change in the mass or energy of the nucleus of an atom.
Nuclear weapon
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A weapon that gets its destructive power from the energy released when the nuclei of atoms that are loaded into it split up or join together.
Chain reaction
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A kind of nuclear fission in which neutrons that are released by the splitting of the nucleus of one atom strike the nuclei of other atoms.
Particle accelerator
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A machine used to study the particles that make up atoms and their nuclei. Particle accelerators work by causing particles to move at extremely high speed.
Nucleus
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The core of the atom, where most of its mass and all of its positive charge is concentrated. Except for hydrogen, it consists of protons and neutrons.
Nuclear fuel cycle
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
The steps necessary to use uranium to produce electricity. These include mining and milling uranium, converting the uranium to a fuel-form, using the uranium as reactor fuel, and disposing of the ...
Nuclear reactor
Physics; Nuclear & particle physics
A device in which a fission chain reaction can be initiated, maintained, and controlled. Its essential components are fissionable fuel, moderator, shielding, control rods, and coolant.
